Nikon S3600 vs Pentax RS1500

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon S3600 vs Pentax RS1500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and RS1500 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was launched 2 years after the RS1500 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S3600 matches up versus the RS1500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3600 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S3600 versus the RS1500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S3600 and RS1500 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3600 and RS1500.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S3600 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger S3600 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.